Parable of the Talents: it’s not about you

Parable of the Talents: it’s not about you

by | | Devotion

Parable of the Talents: It’s not about you Most of us are familiar with the parable of the talents. If not, you can check it out here. I did a study on the parable a while back. Here are a few things that jump off the page at me. A talent was a unit of measure for...

FREE Easter Small Group Lesson for kids

by | | Devotion, family, kidmin, Lessons

Are you looking for a small group lesson to do with your kids this Easter? Maybe you are a parent looking for an Easter Family Devotion. If you are either, you are in luck, because this will work for both. This is an actual small group lesson we have used before after...
2 Characteristics of an effective leader

2 Characteristics of an effective leader

by | | conference, Leadership

Several years back I had the chance to attend the CM Leaders conference in Ohio. I recently came across some of my notes from the few days there. Reading through,  I found some pieces that fit well together: pieces from multiple speakers.  One of the bigger pictures...
Samson: The Seduction

Samson: The Seduction

by | | Devotion

The key to Samson’s strength and success was the Spirit of the Lord.  He was set apart by God before he was born to do great things.  In spite of Samson’s actions, God did accomplish great things through him.  As great as Samson was with God’s help, he did have a...
Review: Cottonmouth and the End

Review: Cottonmouth and the End

by | | family, Reviews

Once again I have the pleasure of bring to you some thoughts on a release from David C Cook publishing. They graciously sent me a copy of “Cottonmouth and the End” by C.S Fritz, which is the third and final installment of the adventures of Fredrick Cottonmouth. The...